The "WHO Model List of Essential Medicines – 23rd List (2023)" provides a curated list of medicines vital for a foundational healthcare system. It prioritizes medicines based on their public health importance, safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness. The core list details medicines for primary health conditions, with the [c] symbol indicating medicines specifically for children. The complementary list features medicines for specialized diseases requiring advanced facilities or expertise. While the list suggests essential medicines, it doesn't guarantee their pharmaceutical quality; national regulatory bodies bear this responsibility. The list doesn't imply preference by the order of medicines. For quality assurance guidelines, users are directed to the WHO website. Medicines are alphabetically listed, and standard treatment guidelines should be referenced for dosage details. Definitions and quality requirements are available in The International Pharmacopoeia.
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